2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Sorento | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | GT-R |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |